The Impact of Native and Foreign Languages on the Linguistic Identity Formation of Kazakhstani Youth
Baimyrza A. Akkuzov A. Kaiyrbekova U. Kurmanayeva A. Serikbayeva A.
November 2024Bilingual Publishing Group
Forum for Linguistic Studies
2024#6Issue 5247 - 257 pp.
This article delves into the influence of native and foreign languages on the linguistic identity of Kazakhstani youth. The primary focus is on analyzing the perception and utilization of languages among young people in Kazakhstan, exploring how these factors impact their self-identification and cultural affiliation. To gather comprehensive empirical data, an extensive experiment was conducted involving both survey and semi-structured interviews. The results of the study revealed that the knowledge and use of foreign languages, alongside the native language, significantly shape the linguistic identity of the youth. The findings underscore the dual importance of preserving the native language while simultaneously embracing foreign languages, which collectively contribute to the development of a rich, multicultural, and multilingual identity. This balance is crucial for fostering a well-rounded and inclusive linguistic environment in Kazakhstan. Copyright
Bilingualism , Identity Formation , Linguistic Identity , Multilingualism , Sociolinguistics
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Department of Turkology and Language Theory, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, 050000, Kazakhstan
Department of Pedagogy and Methodology of Elementary Education, Tashenev University, Shymkent, 160011, Kazakhstan
Philology Department, Academician A.Kuatbekov Peoples’Friendship University, Shymkent, 160011, Kazakhstan
Department of Turkology and Language Theory
Department of Pedagogy and Methodology of Elementary Education
Philology Department
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